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The school year is in full swing, and we're happy to highlight these students who have already kicked off the year as model Vikings! A big congrats to our September Students of the Month:

Not all pictured here: Xavier Allen; Mia Cavalieri; Jordan Clark; Sophia Hall; Adam Hopper; Demetrius "Meechie" Jacox; Trevor Kossak; Kaia Myers; Gio Rivera; Brooklyn Shaw; Samya Sissac; Michael Tillman; Christopher Tompkins.

There's no place like home: Get your tickets for HF Theatre's Children's Play, "The Wizard of Oz" happening on tonight, September 26 and tomorrow, September 27 at 7 p.m., and Saturday, September 28 at 2 p.m. Tickets are available on GoFan. We'll see you in Oz!

Director: Annie Calderón

Technical Director/Scenic Designer: Tim Tholl

Costume Design: Candi Helsel-Wilk

Property Design: Amie Day

Scenic Painting: Jane Nix

Producer: Gail Smith

Stage Combat Coordinator: Kyle Cassady

The production’s full cast list includes:

Dorothy: Eleanor O’Shea

Lion: Bryce Stewart

Tin Woodman: Flannery Marak

Scarecrow: Robert Wakefield II

Toto: Kamryn Nelson

Wicked Witch of the West: Karinne Watkins

Witch of the North: Laila Dyer

Glinda: Tessa O’Keefe

Winged Monkey King: Moira Michel

Winged Monkeys: Maddy Schneidewind, AJ Miller, Kendra Richardson, Violet Bivens

Soldier: Theo Anderson

Farmers: Faith Jones & Mariah Woods

Guardian of the Gate: Leo Daggett

Flowers: Abigail O’Quin, Sophia O’Quin, Gina Bonanotte, Kanema Johnson

Winkies: Richard Pitts, 1, Teagan Meeks, 2, Adelai Easter, 3

Citizens of Munchkin Land: Maddy Schneidewind, Teagan Meeks, Adelai Easter, Theo Anderson, Leo Daggett, Benjamin Peden, Gina Bonanotte

Munchkins: Makayla Scales, Sophia O’Quin, Abigail O’Quin, Violet Bivens, Satiya Viner

Citizens of Oz & People of the Court: Satiya Viner, lady 1, Jada Williams, lady 2, Maki’a Begay, lady 3, Mariah Woods, lady 4, Kanema Johnson, lady 5, AJ Miller, lady 6, Benjamin Peded, lady 7, James Tate III, gentleman 2, Caleb Hughes, gentleman 1, Makayla Scales, citizen, Kendra Richardson, citizen

Richard Pitts, citizen

Kalidahs: Gina Bonanotte & Benjamin Peden

Hispanic Heritage Month is recognized September 15-October 15, honoring Latinx populations and their valuable contributions to society. At HF, we're fortunate to have students, staff and a surrounding community to share their diverse cultures with our Vikings. HF's Library has curated a special collection of resources to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month! Check out the resource page here. There's a number of fiction and nonfiction books on display available for checkout that feature Hispanic/Latine characters, authors, and stories.

Some of our Vikings spent time after school and during lunch creating the beautiful paper flowers and paper banners (papel picado) that are currently on the book display and throughout the library!

Library staff, Alicia Rodriguez and Jolyce Abernathy, would like to thank these students for all of their hard work, initiative, and creativity. They each exhibit a number of the Profile of a Viking traits such as Diversity & Inclusion, Communication & Collaboration, and Citizenship & Character!

Follow us on social media (@hfhs559) throughout the month as we share learning resources, classroom happenings and more to celebrate Hispanic Heritage. ¡Nosotros Somos HF!

HF Alum David Wasserman, HF '00, Executive Sous Chef at the Hyatt Regency Chicago joined students in our newly renovated kitchens to share his tips for getting into the professional culinary industry. He shared insights into culinary, hospitality and hotel careers. He even cooked up a barbecue carrot dish for students to try!

In Mr. Anello's 3rd Period International Baccalaureate® Economics course, students participated in a hands-on research assignment to create demand curves for various products. The groups used a Frozen 2 toy, a bottle of Coca-Cola, a travel mug, and a toy penguin as their test items. This activity aligns with the IB Learner profile trait of being inquirers, as students conducted research and directly experienced the concept of demand through their investigation.

The students began by convening in small groups to determine a range of prices at which their classmates might be willing to purchase the items. Using these price points, they then surveyed their peers about the quantities they would buy at each price. After completing the task and presenting their findings, the students explored the concept of the demand curve. This curve visually represents a principle that consumers intuitively understand: people tend to purchase more of a good when prices are lower, and less when prices are higher. Demand is a fundamental concept in market systems, illustrating how consumers make economic decisions based on different price points.

We're excited to share that two of our seniors have been selected by the College Board as BigFuture Ambassadors: Congratulations to Tolani Babawale and Grace Cairo! As ambassadors, Tolani and Grace will volunteer to help their friends with college and career resources and give feedback on how students can be better guided in the process. Learn more about the Ambassadorship here.

The Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC) has again recognized HF as FAFSA Completion Medalist. Over the past four graduating classes, HF has an average of 75% of its students completing the FAFSA. While some families choose not to complete the form, we are still well above the state average of 70%! This recognition is a testament to the hard work and preparation that our students, families, and staff are doing to prepare for paying for college. Congratulations to everyone who made this achievement possible.

Our annual College Night is happening Monday, October 21 at 6:30 p.m. in the Fieldhouse. This year, we're excited to host nearly 160 colleges and universities.This is a great way to research colleges and military options and have your questions answered. A complete list of colleges attending can be found here.

Just ahead of College Night is Career Day: All students will have the opportunity to visit with 65 professionals in careers that range from doctors, lawyers, city officials and the trades. All students will meet with these representatives during their PE classes during that school day.

During the College Fair, instead of filling out information cards, colleges will scan your unique barcode to send you more information about their schools. This will save you time and allow for more conversations with the representatives. The day after the fair, you will receive a report with information on the colleges with whom you scanned. Come prepared and please register for a barcode before the fair at www.StriveFair.com. Please contact the Post-Secondary Counselors, Brad Kain or Kevin Coy with any questions.

HF's Salute to Service Game will take place on Friday October 4, 2024. We would like to pack the stadium with as many Active Duty Military and Veterans! In addition, we will be selling Sling Bags, with ALL proceeds being donated to Honor Flight Chicago. All participants will be welcomed on the field as we honor all branches during the halftime show. Please use this form to RSVP by tomorrow, September 27.

Good sportsmanship is the attitude and behavior that exemplifies positive support for the

interscholastic athletic programs of Homewood-Flossmoor High School as well as the

individuals who participate. Rooted in the Profile of a Viking competencies that we expect for all

Vikings - students, staff, families and spectators alike - people involved in all facets of the

interscholastic athletic programs are expected to demonstrate respect for others and display good

sportsmanship. It is essential that student-athletes, coaches, parents, student groups and fans in

general are constantly reminded to “Sport a Winning Attitude”!

Sportsmanship is an important issue of concern in interscholastic athletics. Positive experiences

do not occur by chance, rather they are a result of the educational structure, the right perspective,

the right leadership and the true understanding of sportsmanship. Good sportsmanship is not

merely a campaign — it is the essence of what educational athletics is about. Let all of us who

have the opportunity, promote the ideals of sportsmanship so that today’s students and

tomorrow’s citizens may build a better society. The administration, staff, and coaches trust that

you will do your part in promoting good sportsmanship within our school and community.

Remember, Sportsmanship is EVERYONE’s responsibility!

Behavior expectations of the spectator

• Interscholastic athletics are learning experiences for students and mistakes are sometimes made. Praise student athletes in their attempt to improve themselves as students, as athletes and as people as you would praise a student working in the classroom.
• Demonstrate positive fan support for the players, coaches, and other spectators.
• Refrain from making any kind of derogatory remarks to players or coaches during the game.
• Respect the integrity of game officials. Understand that they are doing their best to help promote the student-athlete and admire their willingness to participate in full view of the public.
• Be a positive behavior role model through your own actions and by censuring those around you at events where behavior is unbecoming. Adolescents learn proper behavior from watching adults.
• Show respect for the players, coaches, other spectators, and officials. Respect their roles even if you disagree with their judgment.

Last weekend, we welcomed the Classes of 2004 and 2014 back to Viking Country to celebrate their 20 and 10 year reunions!

A great time was had by all as the Viking Alum toured their old stomping grounds and reminisced on life at HF. Even years and miles apart, the Viking feeling remained the same.

Next weekend we welcome back the Class of 1974 for their 50-year reunion! We will also be recognizing the 30th Anniversary of HF's 1994 Football Champions. We can't wait to see our Vikings from then and now in the stadium!

Questions about Alumni events or ways you can get involved? Email Victoria Koblick at vkoblick@hf233.org to stay in the know.

Join HF Cheer for a fun-filled evening for all young cheer enthusiasts! Whether your child is a seasoned pro or just curious about cheerleading, this is the perfect opportunity to get involved, learn some new skills, and perform halftime at the Varsity Football Game on Friday, October 18! Cheerleaders from Kindergarten to 8th Grade are able to sign up! Please scan the QR Code on the flyer to register!

Dad Squad is just a few weeks away, happening on Monday, October 28, 2024. Any father or legal guardian of a current HF student may register to volunteer to join a rotation of shifts during the day of the event. Participants can volunteer for one of the following shifts, depending on their availability:

• Half-day AM (7-11:30 a.m.)
• Half-day PM (11 a.m.-3:30 p.m.)
• Full Day (7 a.m.-3:30 p.m.)

Each volunteer will need to submit a valid state ID or driver's license, which will be run through HF's Raptorware system to do the background check. This is standard procedure for anyone who visits the school during school hours. Please email a copy of your driver's license or State ID to rlewis@hf233.org, with the subject "Dad Squad Security Pre-authorization".

The deadline to register is Friday, October 11, 2024. There will be an orientation meeting on Zoom on Tuesday, October 22 at 7 p.m. We can't wait to have our dads join us!

Principal Alexander is excited to announce our 1st Quarter school-wide incentive. This will be a way to thank our Vikings for performing well academically, maintaining a low level of tardies, and receiving zero referrals. Previous incentives included a silent-party--stay tuned for the official date and event details of this quarter's incentive!

Safety is a top priority at HF, and this applies to driving safety as well. You can do your part by being courteous during arrival and dismissal time:

• Please do not park in a space or area that obstructs traffic for others.
• Be mindful of your speed and look all ways as cars, buses, students and staff pass through.
• If you're on foot, please use crosswalks and follow traffic signals.

HF families and students are in control of how HF communicates with them. HF uses Parent Square | Student Square to communicate with families and students.

Join the Village of Flossmoor for OAKtoberfest this Saturday from 10 a.m.-9 p.m. You're in for a full day of celebrating nature and community spirit with activities for all ages. See the full lineup of events here.

ACE Mentor Chicago is heading into its 25th year of offering FREE, high quality afterschool STEM programming to high school sophomores, juniors and seniors. ACE has hundreds of volunteer architects, engineers and construction managers who can provide professional career mentorship in an office setting. The deadline to register is Friday, October 18. Learn more about the program and apply here.

Kick off Illinois Arts & Humanities Month this October with a free walking tour of a portion of Flossmoor's public art collection on Saturday, Oct. 5! Flossmoor Public Art Commissioners will meet you at Centennial (the diamond-shaped sculpture on the south lawn of the Flossmoor Public Library, 1000 Sterling Ave., Flossmoor). Learn all about how this sculpture was created by talented student-artists and teachers from Homewood-Flossmoor Community High School to celebrate Flossmoor's 100th birthday and as a tribute to Swedish-American sculptor Claes Oldenburg. The tour will then wind through Leavitt Park and end back in downtown Flossmoor at Judith Shea's iconic "Child."

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